What safety challenges are companies facing, and how are you addressing them?
Security challenges are on the rise worldwide, and solutions play a crucial role in addressing them. At Motorola Solutions, we’re focused on tailoring the right solutions for specific verticals, from communication systems to video security and physical security measures.

Can you tell us about your various cameras, like Silent Sentinel and Halo, and smart sensors? How are these helping with security?
Silent Sentinel, recently acquired by Motorola Solutions, is a highly specialized camera system designed for applications like oil and gas and maritime monitoring. It can cover up to 30 kilometres and integrates with third-party systems, making it highly competitive.

Our Halo sensors are a recent addition to our video security lineup. We refer to them as “cameras without an eye” because they capture emergency cases in areas where cameras can’t be installed. These sensors detect smoke, the presence of people, and other critical events, seamlessly integrating with Avigilon Unity platforms.

How are these streamlining compliance issues?
Motorola Solutions adheres to international standards to protect data and identities. Our applications related to security involve case-sensitive data and high compliance standards. The entire process, from installation to implementation, is protected and falls under these compliances.

You have various applications impacting different industries, such as healthcare, utilities, and hospitality. How do you tailor your solutions for these sectors?
Motorola Solutions tailors its offerings to meet the specific needs of various verticals. Video security is implemented across all sectors, while access control may be more suitable for certain industries. Our end-to-end solutions from Avigilon enhance security standards, operations, and responses across different verticals.

How do you address rising security challenges in regions like the Middle East?
The Middle East experiences a high demand for security investments due to rising challenges. Motorola Solutions works closely with governments and complies with local standards to tailor our solutions. By constantly monitoring and receiving feedback from end users, we can effectively address challenges and introduce the right solutions in the market.

AI is a buzzword in today’s security landscape. What role is AI playing in your solutions?
AI plays a vital role in Motorola Solutions’ platforms. While we hear a lot about AI making decisions, in our case, AI helps collect and analyse data, but the final decision rests with the human managing it. This ensures accuracy and effectiveness in responding to security events.

The Middle East, with its investment in smart cities and infrastructure, has fueled Milestone’s growth. The company has achieved growth rates higher than the average 8-9% in the VMS sector, meeting the demand for robust surveillance solutions.

“We are proud to participate for the 15th time in Intersec 2025, as a security leader in the transformation of the Middle East towards smart cities.” said Louise Bou Rached, Regional Director of META at Milestone Systems “Our strategy is to strengthen partnerships with integrators, resellers, and end-users to drive growth and innovation and simultaneously expand our presence in the MENA region.”

Milestone’s flagship product, XProtect Video Management Software, and the AI-driven BriefCam Video Analytics platform took centre stage. Integrations with technology partners, including Conexao Technology and CIAS, highlighted the open-platform flexibility of XProtect.

BriefCam’s analytics capabilities allow organizations to analyze hours of video quickly, aiding in emergency response, forensics, and operational efficiency. Milestone aims to meet the rising demand for hybrid and cloud-based VMS solutions, contributing to safer public spaces and smarter business operations.

Can you tell us about how storage capacities have grown over the years?
Absolutely. The journey of hard disk drives, or HDDs, is quite remarkable. We began with storage capacities measured in megabytes and gigabytes back in the 80s. Early 80s IBM PCs, for example, came with HDDs of about 20 megabytes. Then in the 2000s, we saw portable devices using HDDs, given flash memory wasn’t yet affordable.

Could you share an example of such a portable device?
Sure! One noteworthy instance is the first-generation iPod, which launched in 2001 and used a Toshiba hard disk drive. This device could store 5GB, translating to around a thousand songs—a dream come true for Steve Jobs.

That’s quite impressive! And what about the evolution to even larger storage capacities?
Indeed. Nowadays, we showcase HDDs with capacities of up to 24 terabytes. Also, we shouldn’t forget about the world’s smallest HDD Toshiba launched in 2004. Measuring just 0.85 inches, it holds a place in the Guinness Book of Records. Back then, it was used in the Nokia N91 music phone, which could store 4GB of music on a tiny drive.

It’s fascinating to learn how compact and large storage solutions have come about. But given flash memory’s rise, how are HDDs relevant today?
Good question. While many portable devices have moved to flash storage due to its scalability and reliability, HDDs are still essential for large data storage. For example, those 80,000 photos you think are on your mobile phone? They’re mostly thumbnails, stored on cloud servers using high-capacity Toshiba HDDs. This is how we manage and store large amounts of data efficiently.

David Aindow, Business Strategy Director at Synectics, commented, “Our return to Intersec this year is reflective of a more substantial return to the region. As well as re-establishing a dedicated support office, we intend to work closely with partners throughout the Middle East, where our experience means we are ideally positioned to help a wide range of organisations achieve their goals.”

Synectics’ multi-sector expertise is well suited to the region’s ambitious plans to develop new smart cities, transport systems, healthcare facilities, integrated leisure resorts, and more. Synectics will also use this year’s Intersec to give visitors to Stand S1 F39 an exclusive preview of exciting new capabilities in Synergy.

Fresh from launching a new AI Suite in 2024, Synectics will showcase two additional AI-based Synergy features – Forensic Search and a Facial Recognition Module. Leveraging generative AI, Forensic Search enables users to search footage faster and more accurately with natural language queries. The development will complement Synergy’s extensive range of incident management tools, facilitating rapid investigative reviews.

The new Facial Recognition (FR) module provides Synergy users with a unified interface – linked to Synergy’s built-in person of interest capabilities. It, too, will work in unison with the software’s existing incident management features. To round things off, Synectics’ latest camera solutions, including the company’s COEX camera stations, will also be on show at Intersec.

COEX hazardous and safe area cameras – which feature built-in analytics capabilities – are widely used in the region and beyond. They are widely respected within the oil, gas, marine, and critical infrastructure sectors due to their ability to perform in extreme weather and operating conditions. Various models will be used for live demos as the show, alongside Synectics’ latest 4K IP cameras.

David concluded, “We’ve never had a more exciting and relevant portfolio of solutions to meet modern security and surveillance needs – in the Middle East and globally. We can’t wait to be back at Intersec, speaking to customers and demonstrating the huge potential these latest technologies have to offer.”

At Intersec Dubai, Eaton will present its industry-recognized Building Safety Management System (BSMS). This integrated platform enables real-time monitoring and centralized control of emergency lighting and fire detection systems, ensuring compliance with international safety standards, including BS 5266 and EN 1838. BSMS empowers building operators to manage safety effectively while optimizing response times during emergencies.

Eaton will also spotlight its DualGuard System, a proven emergency lighting and fire alarm solution engineered for the Middle East’s challenging environmental conditions. Additionally, attendees will experience Eaton’s adaptive evacuation systems, which dynamically adjust escape routes based on real-time hazard data, enhancing emergency response.

The Middle East is experiencing unprecedented infrastructure development, with the construction market projected to grow from $298 billion in 2023 to $401.17 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 2.9%. Simultaneously, the fire safety equipment market in the Middle East and Africa is expected to expand at a CAGR of 8%, reaching $6,930.3 million by 2030, driven by stricter safety regulations and increased urbanization. Eaton’s solutions are tailored to meet the demands of this growing market, ensuring reliability and compliance in critical applications.

“Eaton has been a trusted partner in the Middle East for many years, providing life safety solutions that are built to perform under the toughest conditions,” said Qasem Noureddin, Managing Director, Eaton Middle East. “Our participation at Intersec Dubai reflects our ongoing commitment to helping our customers ensure the safety of their people and assets.”

Eaton’s technologies, including its Building Safety Management System and DualGuard System, provide building operators with tools to navigate evolving safety challenges while ensuring long-term operational efficiency. “We are proud to support the region’s infrastructure growth by offering solutions that deliver long-term value and protection,” added Qasem Noureddin. “Intersec Dubai is a key platform for us to engage with industry professionals and demonstrate how our products contribute to safer, more resilient buildings.”

“The security landscape is constantly evolving and nowhere is that more apparent with the adoption of intelligent technologies. Backed by our reputation for, quality, reliability, and innovation, we’re ready to explore what’s possible and show business, industry, and government leaders the power and impact of Axis,” said Ettiene Van Der Watt, Regional Director for Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa at Axis Communications.

A major feature of the Axis exhibition stand will be a showcase of Axis’s vision of an AI-enabled future where artificial intelligence transforms traditional processes and plays a role in how people live, and businesses operate. Some key features include AI-enhanced cameras that can detect and respond to specific events, how enabled cameras and sensors can improve business processes through quality control and predictive maintenance, cybersecurity through advanced threat detection and mitigation, and data analytics. Stand visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy hands-on demonstrations and learn more about the use of AI-powered applications with Axis solutions.

Axis’s presence at Intersec Dubai 2025 follows the company’s recent announcement of the 9th generation of its purpose-built system-on-chip (SoC), ARTPEC-9. Refining and adding to the capabilities of previous generations of Axis’s in-house SoC, ARTPEC-9 boasts incredibly low bitrate, quality imaging, strengthened cybersecurity, and next-generation AI-powered analytics. ARTPEC-9 also supports the AV1 video encoding standard, ensuring extended client compatibility. Combined with Axis Zipstream technology that lowers network bandwidth and storage requirements while preserving forensic details, AV1 offers efficiency and reliability for both on-premises and cloud-based video management. At Intersec Dubai, Axis will exhibit selected network video products featuring ARTPEC-9 SoC.

Other innovation showcases that visitors can expect to see include:

1. Video Technology: Thanks to the latest breakthroughs in video technology, Axis Solutions offers unparalleled image quality and usability while unlocking new insights for a variety of use cases. Come see our latest 41 MP, 8K camera utilizing electronic image stabilization for long-distance City surveillance or Sports Stadium surveillance.
2. Axis Cloud Connect: A secure platform that enables users to manage their video surveillance systems from remote locations i.e. device lifecycle management. It is an open, hybrid cloud platform that enables managed services to increase efficiency and ensure scalable, future-proof solutions.
3. Body-Worn Solutions: Useful for documenting events and gathering valuable evidence, Axis body-work solutions offer system operators an effective and reliable way to deter bad behaviour and influence the actions of both the wearers and those captured on camera.
4. Radar: By not relying on visibility, radar keeps false alarms to a minimum while capturing crucial information that traditional visual cameras cannot. You will also see Radar / Video fusion products that combine these two technologies into one to improve overall performance by leveraging the best of both.

The Axis stand will also explore trending topics in more depth and showcase specialised solutions, to highlight a few:

1. Critical Infrastructure: By combining multiple technologies including visual and thermal cameras, radar, access control, audio equipment, and analytics, Axis Solutions helps businesses confront the three main threats to the continuity of critical operations: Intrusion, interruption, and injury.
2. Network Audio: Audio is a powerful tool with which to protect people and property. Leveraging the power of IP, Axis network audio solutions can be used to deter intruders, deliver instructions in the event of an emergency, and make general announcements.
3. TCO: Utilising a total cost of ownership (TCO) approach, users can capture all costs associated with the security camera system over its complete lifecycle.
4. Cybersecurity: Featuring built-in cybersecurity features designed to decrease the risk of compromise and enable secure behaviour, Axis solutions are built to confront the cybersecurity risks of today and ensure people and businesses are protected from digital threat actors.
5. Sustainability: An important component of any business, Axis strives to make sustainability a cornerstone of its product offering and overall business operations.

Visitors to the Axis stand will also be able to engage with co-exhibitors and members of the Axis technology and integration partner network:

1. Aarani: Araani stands as a pioneer in video fire recognition technology, utilizing advanced video analysis for smoke and fire detection in critical environments. With the power of analytics, Araani systems do no not require physical contact with smoke or flames to sound the alarm. Axis stand visitors will get to see how Araani and Axis technologies work together to detect smoke and fire.
2. Genetec: Genetec Inc. is a global technology company that has been transforming the physical security industry for over 25 years. The company’s portfolio of solutions enables enterprises, governments, and communities around the world to secure people and assets while improving operational efficiency and respecting individual privacy. Genetec delivers the world’s leading products for video management, access control, and ALPR, all built on an open architecture and designed with cybersecurity at their core. The company’s portfolio also includes intrusion detection, intercom, and digital evidence management solutions. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Genetec serves its 42,500+ customers via an extensive network of accredited channel partners and consultants in over 159 countries.
3. Milestone Systems: A leading provider of open platform VMS, Milestone Systems’ solutions enable organisations to monitor their premises and resources securely. Milestone’s VMS platform can be integrated into a wide range of third-party devices, and offers a high level of flexibility and scalability, making it the perfect fit for any organisation facility or site. With the help of Milestone’s data-drive video technology software, organisations can also access actionable insights that can help inform decision-making and optimise operational efficiencies.
4. FF Group: FF Group is an innovative solution data provider with 10 years of experience creating AI Edge and data solutions for road traffic and parking vendors and integrators. Our revolutionary CAMMRA AI, Next-generation, on-camera AI-powered Vehicle recognition and license plate recognition (LPR) software sets a new standard in real-time analytics. By leveraging the power of five Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) integrated seamlessly into Axis cameras, CAMMRA AI delivers unmatched performance, even in the most demanding environments. It brings new standards in urban traffic management projects.
5. PowerStack: An innovator of powered infrastructure, PowerStack reimagines the future of remote power generation and smart technology deployments to power and light up enterprises. PowerStack solutions are designed to be deployed quickly and easily, all while solving connectivity, lighting, and security challenges across a variety of industries.
6. DataFromSky: A provider of real-time/post-recording traffic situations in cities, highways, parking lots, and buildings, redefining the concept of smart cities with innovative solutions for smart parking, traffic control and retail.
7. CamStreamer: CamStreamer is a cutting-edge software solution that enhances IP cameras by enabling live streaming and advanced video analytics directly from the camera itself. Designed for seamless integration with Axis Communications’ network cameras, CamStreamer offers innovative tools for real-time content delivery to platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, and custom RTMP servers without the need for additional hardware.

“The security landscape is constantly evolving and nowhere is that more apparent with the adoption of intelligent technologies. Backed by our reputation for, quality, reliability, and innovation, we’re ready to explore what’s possible and show business, industry, and government leaders the power and impact of Axis,” said Ettiene Van Der Watt, Regional Director for Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa at Axis Communications.

A major feature of the Axis exhibition stand will be a showcase of Axis’s vision of an AI-enabled future where artificial intelligence transforms traditional processes and plays a role in how people live, and businesses operate. Some key features include AI-enhanced cameras that can detect and respond to specific events, how enabled cameras and sensors can improve business processes through quality control and predictive maintenance, cybersecurity through advanced threat detection and mitigation, and data analytics. Stand visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy hands-on demonstrations and learn more about the use of AI-powered applications with Axis solutions.

Axis’s presence at Intersec Dubai 2025 follows the company’s recent announcement of the 9th generation of its purpose-built system-on-chip (SoC), ARTPEC-9. Refining and adding to the capabilities of previous generations of Axis’s in-house SoC, ARTPEC-9 boasts incredibly low bitrate, quality imaging, strengthened cybersecurity, and next-generation AI-powered analytics. ARTPEC-9 also supports the AV1 video encoding standard, ensuring extended client compatibility. Combined with Axis Zipstream technology that lowers network bandwidth and storage requirements while preserving forensic details, AV1 offers efficiency and reliability for both on-premises and cloud-based video management. At Intersec Dubai, Axis will exhibit selected network video products featuring ARTPEC-9 SoC.

Other innovation showcases that visitors can expect to see include:

• Video Technology: Thanks to the latest breakthroughs in video technology, Axis solutions offers unparalleled image quality and usability while unlocking new insights for a variety of use cases. Come see our latest 41 MP, 8K camera utilizing electronic image stabilization for long-distance City surveillance or Sports Stadium surveillance.
• Axis Cloud Connect: A secure platform that enables users to manage their video surveillance systems from remote locations i.e. device lifecycle management. It is an open, hybrid cloud platform that enables managed services to increase efficiency and ensure scalable, future-proof solutions.
• Body-Worn Solutions: Useful for documenting events and gathering valuable evidence, Axis body-work solutions offer system operators an effective and reliable way to deter bad behaviour and influence the actions of both the wearers and those captured on camera.
• Radar: By not relying on visibility, radar keeps false alarms to a minimum while capturing crucial information that traditional visual cameras cannot. You will also see Radar / Video fusion products that combine these two technologies into one to improve overall performance by leveraging the best of both.

The Axis stand will also explore trending topics in more depth and showcase specialised solutions, to highlight a few:

• Critical Infrastructure: By combining multiple technologies including visual and thermal cameras, radar, access control, audio equipment, and analytics, Axis solutions helps businesses confront the three main threats to the continuity of critical operations: Intrusion, interruption, and injury.
• Network Audio: Audio is a powerful tool with which to protect people and property. Leveraging the power of IP, Axis network audio solutions can be used to deter intruders, deliver instructions in the event of an emergency, and make general announcements.
• TCO: Utilising a total cost of ownership (TCO) approach, users can capture all costs associated with the security camera system over its complete lifecycle.
• Cybersecurity: Featuring built-in cybersecurity features designed to decrease the risk of compromise and enable secure behaviour, Axis solutions are built to confront the cybersecurity risks of today and ensure people and businesses are protected from digital threat actors.
• Sustainability: An important component of any business, Axis strives to make sustainability a cornerstone of its product offering and overall business operations.

In 2025, Axis is proud to be a session sponsor of the Intersec Security Leaders Summit, a dynamic platform that takes place during Intersec Dubai where thought leaders, experts and innovators can share their insight and expertise with event attendees. On Day 2 of the summit, Andrea Monteleone, Segment Development Manager for EMEA at Axis, will deliver an address on advancing Global Critical Communication for a safer, more connected world.

“Our presence at Intersec Dubai speaks to several of our key business objectives in regional and global markets. Not only do we get to engage with our valued customers and partners but also open the door to new strategic partnerships and conversations that take our entire industry forward and help realise our shared vision for it: A smarter, safer, and more secure world for all,” Van Der Watt added.